TEHRAN – A exhibition began last week to celebrate the Tehran Times anniversary, giving visitors a glimpse into the historic journey of newspapers over the past 46 years.
Currently on display at the Tehran city journalist’s home, the exhibit presents a curated collection of front pages and archival material over the past 40 years, with a special focus in the 1980s. It highlights some of the most important moments in Iran’s modern history and provides a clear snapshot of a transformative era.
However, this exhibition is not an old newspaper display. It serves as a living archive and provides visitors with a distinctive window into the country’s past. Carefully selected pages, mainly from the 1980s, present unique graphic styles and important news articles from the era that shaped the country. These pages have been digitized, restored and enlarged to appear on the wall, allowing visitors to understand the details and design elements that defined their important decade.
This visual display offers a short but powerful journey through a decade transformative transformational in Iranian turbulence. Iran’s 1980s was a time when daily newspapers appeared to carry special editions, reflecting the intense political and social trends that cleaned the country.
Beyond political headlines, the exhibition offers a glimpse into social and cultural trends. By examining the overall aesthetics of articles, illustrations, and pages, visitors can gain a richer understanding of the preconceptions, hopes and challenges of the times.
Rather than mere historical records, the exhibition serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring role of journalism in shaping public discourse and understanding. The Tehran Times has undoubtedly played a key role in this story through decades of reporting. The exhibition invites visitors to reflect on the trajectory of Iranian society and the evolving role of the media. This is a valuable resource for those seeking to understand the complexities of Iran’s past.
Photo: “Tehran Times Reports…” exhibition
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